Because of our fondness for Rigel mandolins, we're on perpetual alert for a deal, and it's not often you catch the premier entry level A+ model for under $1,000 US. One just popped up on the Mandolin Classifieds for $975 we don't expect to last long. Granted, it doesn't include a hard case (does have gig bag), but it does include shipping to the continental US.

Seller is a friend of the site and reputable. If you're looking to upgrade from a Pac Rim starter model and want a handmade US mandolin with a pickup, this is your answer.